PHOENIX – Phoenix Rising’s next generation of players is making waves. Ascel Essengue and Jamison Ping were both featured in the USL Championship’s Young Player Spotlight after standout Week 11 performances that helped lift the club to its first home win of the season.
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Feb 18, 2022; USA; LA Galaxy Ascel Essengue poses for a 2022 MLS portrait. Mandatory Credit: MLS photos via USA TODAY Sports
With Pape Mar Boye and Mohamed Traore sidelined, Essengue was brought in from L.A. Galaxy. He helped Rising bring in its first win at home this season against Monterey Bay FC on May 17, keeping them at only five shots and none were on target.
Phoenix Rising’s Jamison Ping looks for a pass against New Mexico United on May 10, 2025. Credits – Phoenix Rising FC
Ping has been developing his skills with Rising Academy, Rising’s youth soccer development program. He completed 12 of 13 passes in the win against Monterey Bay and recorded his first assist.
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